2008 Ford Focus 2.0L Diesel · CE08 ADZ

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status, though the record shows a significant lapse in testing. The most recent MOT conducted on 18 August 2022 at 162,142 miles passed with no recorded defects, indicating the car met minimum legal standards at that time. However, because no tests have been recorded for nearly four years, the current mechanical condition of the Ford Focus remains unverified. This gap in documentation means that any degradation of components has likely occurred undetected since the last official inspection. The mileage pattern is consistent with an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per year. Between October 2019 and November 2020, the car covered roughly 17,000 miles, suggesting a period of higher usage. The interval between the 2020 and 2022 tests shows an accumulation of 16,494 miles, which aligns with the annual average. The lack of data after August 2022 suggests the vehicle has either been stationary for an extended period or the owner has failed to maintain the mandatory testing schedule. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity and rubber components, given the age and high mileage. The Ford Focus models of this era are prone to corrosion on the rear subframe and sills, which can lead to structural failure. Inspect the suspension bushes for tearing and check coil springs for fractures, as these often degrade over high mileages. Since the last test was four years ago, a thorough check of the brake fluid condition and the state of the hydraulic lines is essential to ensure no significant leaks or perished hoses have occurred during the period of inactivity.